Our new 'Word Of The Day' article update : ballot , n :
Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote. The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting. The total of all the votes cast in an election. (chiefly US) A list of candidates running for office; a ticket. Election Day for the United States presidential election, 2016, is on November 8.
Originally, a small ball placed in a container to cast a vote; now, by extension, a piece of paper or card used for this purpose, or some other means used to signify a vote. The process of voting, especially in secret; a round of voting. The total of all the votes cast in an election. (chiefly US) A list of candidates running for office; a ticket. Election Day for the United States presidential election, 2016, is on November 8.
